Building permits · May 2026
Mississippi Building Permits
Monthly residential building permits for Mississippi from the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey — 897 units authorized in May 2026, 8,663 over the last 12 months.
| Structure type | Units | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Single-family (1-unit) | 869 | 96.9% |
| 2-unit structures | 6 | 0.7% |
| 3–4 unit structures | 3 | 0.3% |
| Multifamily (5+ units) | 19 | 2.1% |
| All units | 897 | 100% |
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Mississippi building permits — FAQ
How many building permits were issued in Mississippi?+
897 new residential housing units were authorized in Mississippi in May 2026, and 8,663 over the trailing 12 months, per the U.S. Census Building Permits Survey.
Is homebuilding rising or falling in Mississippi?+
In May 2026, Mississippi permitted units were up 14.4% versus the same month a year earlier. Over the trailing 12 months, 8,663 units were authorized.
What share is multifamily?+
3.1% of Mississippi's May 2026 permitted units were in multifamily (2+ unit) structures; 96.9% were single-family.